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If you thought the stubby form factor of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 was a passing craze, think again: Xiaomi has today launched the Xiaomi 18 Fold, a similarly proportioned device that arrives just days before the expected launch of Apple’s first foldable, the iPhone Ultra.

IFA 2026 just wrapped up, but now it’s time for one of the most anticipated and important launches of the year: the iPhone 18 series. Apple is set to host its Surprise and Shine event this Wednesday, September 9, where the company is expected to unveil its next generation of iPhones.

Motorola could be the latest phone maker to jump on the wide foldable trend, with leaked sketches pointing to a new book-style device that looks designed to open into a broader, more tablet-like screen.

The Pixel 11 lineup isn’t cheap, but you can soften the blow with some surprisingly generous trade-in values.

Every silicon cycle promises incremental gains in speed and efficiency, but Apple’s upcoming A20 Pro could mark a genuine architectural leap. As we head into Apple’s “Surprise and Shine” event this week in Cupertino, all eyes are locked on the iPhone Ultra and iPhone 18 Pro Max — and specifically, whether the shift to TSMC’s…

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September 9 could be an exciting day for Apple fans, because along with new editions of long-running phones, like the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, we’re also expecting the company to finally launch its first foldable, possibly dubbed the iPhone Ultra.

Generally, the launch of a new iPhone means a drop in price for the old one, but this isn’t a typical year for iPhones — not only is Apple expected to finally launch its long-rumored foldable phone, but thanks to out-of-control memory prices, it’s costing more for companies to build handsets.

Giffgaff has cut £280 off the Pixel 11, and Google is throwing in £145 of official accessories for anyone who buys before September 23.

iD Mobile is locking this SIM at £15 a month for the full two years, with zero price rises and a free pair of AirPods 4 thrown in for new customers.